To pronounce "penetrates", say PEN-etr-at-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
penetrates
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PEN-etr-at-es
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"penetrates" has 4 syllables: pen-etr-at-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.
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"Penetrates" has 4 syllables: pen · etr · at · es.
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